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If photography's all about light, my stream here on flickr should be nearly empty. Shooting almost entirely in the darkness of night my images are created over extended periods to capture the passing of time.

Whether it's star trails, traffic trails, light art or landscapes lit purely by the moon, there's something special about creating an image that develops over time. Unlike the what-you-see-is-what-you-get of daytime photography, night photography has suspense built in.

My photostream represents a fraction of my overall image library. Having viewed my photos, if there's images you want to license or buy as prints; or maybe you're looking for a tutor or camera club speaker; or a photographer who can deliver against both personal and commercial commissions - get in touch by flickrmail or grab my phone number from my long exposures website.

There's also insight into my techniques on the Long Exposure tips blog and you can follow me at:
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Photos of AndWhyNot (32)

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Contacts (397)

TroyWitte Troy Witte
Eric Curry Eric Curry
Reed Ingram Weir No real name given
Dru Dodd Andrew Dodd
Mike Ridley. Michael Ridley
Connor Scanlon Connor Scanlon
Elm Studio Jeff Morgan
Sue Daly, Sark No real name given
Presa Calzado José Luis Presa...
Kaff-eine... No real name given
Nightskyhunter... Martin McKenna
starrypix No real name given

Groups (50 50)

Wide Field Astrophotography 2,560 photos, 498 members
Automotive Light Painters 170 photos, 55 members
Antony Gormley 10,500 photos, 1,718 members
Nikkor 16mm 2.8 Fisheye 1,774 photos, 251 members
City and Architecture 529 photos, 190 members
Portsmouth - Business 35 photos, 5 members
Portsmouth - Creative 96 photos, 7 members
Portsmouth - City Views 145 photos, 19 members
Portsmouth - Seafront 92 photos, 14 members
The Milky Way 1,408 photos, 493 members
Edition35mm 1,039 photos, 44 members
N-Photo Mag 6,494 photos, 666 members
Low light photography 91,200 photos, 5,946 members
Light Painting World Alliance 8 photos, 44 members
Temppeliaukio Church (Rock Church) 314 photos, 44 members
Street Photography UK 19,760 photos, 1,262 members
ICM - Intentional Camera Movement - 14.000+ great submissions! 14,454 photos, 2,078 members
Digital Holga 2,162 photos, 490 members
Holga HL-C/HL-N Lens for Digital Camera 1,940 photos, 394 members
Portsmouth - Maxi Best of 55 photos, 8 members
Nikon AF-S Nikkor 24mm f/1.4G ED 3,422 photos, 857 members
LONG EXPOSURE NIGHT=LARGA EXPOSICION NOCTURNA 3,271 photos, 833 members
Light Painting Tutorials 1,049 photos, 554 members
Nikon Night Photography 1,240 photos, 138 members
Light Painting Competitions and Themes 442 photos, 732 members
Light Painting - The Real Deal 50,705 photos, 9,330 members
Light-painted domes 289 photos, 53 members
Welding mask glass filter 1,445 photos, 696 members
Astronomy Photographer of the Year 6,628 photos, 2,409 members
Anti star trails 1,051 photos, 325 members
Porsche Rennsport RS 1,888 photos, 449 members
London: The Square Mile 20,060 photos, 2,612 members
StarStaX - Image stacker for Mac / Windows / Linux 427 photos, 345 members
Face-down Tuesday 3,881 photos, 177 members
Facedown 1,536 photos, 224 members
Android Photographer 24,030 photos, 2,308 members
Vignette for Android 23,247 photos, 2,043 members
Dr.Light 17 photos, 6 members
Helsinki 48,005 photos, 2,186 members
A different point of view - for photographers 72,587 photos, 2,800 members
Helsinki by night 5,061 photos, 496 members
Creative Quarter Portsmouth 37 photos, 10 members
Spinnaker Tower (Official) 740 photos, 86 members
Audi Motorcars 23,425 photos, 2,841 members
Urban Night Shots 165,919 photos, 13,471 members
Automotive Rigs 4,156 photos, 1,192 members
Pistonheads 42,435 photos, 676 members
DieselStation 3,240 photos, 182 members
UK Automotive Photography 4,725 photos, 146 members
BBC Sky at Night and Stargazing LIVE 14,947 photos, 3,323 members

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Testimonials (6)

www.bazpics.com says:

"It's always good fun checking out the latest additions to Andy's stream - that way you can see what he's been throwing beams of light at in the previous couple of days. I'm a bit of a nighthawk myself which is why his shots tend to appeal to me more than a daytime shooter. Keep it up Andy :)"

24th June, 2009
Adcuz says:

"AndWhyNot has become a bit of a local legend when it comes to car photography. He has been known to create seemingly impossible shots using a serial box and a bit of sticky tape.

I was going to put something cake related here but couldn't think of anything.

In all seriousness - An inspirational person with great enthusiasm and talent in the art of photography."

15th June, 2009
somefool ∴ Matt Maber says:

"Want to see great photos of cars? At night? You're in the right place."

13th March, 2009
tdub303 says:

"I feel truly lucky to be one of AWNs contacts. Outside of taking killer pictures AWN has always been honest and helpful in his comments. I appreciate reading his comments whether they be under an image of mine or under the image of someone else. They reflect his knowledge and his love of photography. I can honestly say I have learned so much from him.

His photography is inspiring as well. He chooses interesting angles and adds his own insane lighting to create some very unique pictures. Take a look through his photostream and you will see what I am talking about.

If you live in the UK and are interested in car photography or having your car photographed I suggest contacting AWN."

24th January, 2009
emaniebo says:

"Andrew's passion for night photography and car shots is indeed contagious. Priviledged to see how he works and see through his mind - his images are testament to his fertile vision. A petrolhead and a music afficionado - I share the same passion and interest, and meeting him through photography was a breakthrough.

I was never the same again. Thanks dude for the inspiration. You're a LEGEND."

15th January, 2009
Diana Goss:emulate me! says:

"Andy is such an enthusiastic photographer and always eager to learn new techniques, venture into new territories and never scared to have a go at just about anything. If you go out with Andy be prepared to be very late home, his passion is pleasantly contagious."

19th July, 2008